PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) decisions — 2010

The Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD and depressive disorder is being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining VA treatment records and scheduling a psychiatric examination.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD was denied as there is no credible evidence of an in-service stressor and the Veteran did not engage in combat with the enemy.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for a Travel Board hearing. The primary issue remains unresolved as service connection for congestive heart failure, including its secondary relationship to cold injury and posttraumatic stress disorder, has not been decided.

The Board denied service connection for bilateral lower extremity peripheral neuropathy and a higher initial evaluation for PTSD. The Veteran does not have current bilateral lower extremity peripheral neuropathy, and his PTSD did not meet the criteria for a disability rating in excess of 50 percent prior to June 21, 2007, or 30 percent thereafter.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD and anxiety disorders, is being remanded due to the need for additional VA examinations and consideration of new evidence.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development, including a VA examination to assess his PTSD and an attempt to obtain all relevant VA outpatient treatment records. The TDIU issue will also be addressed.

The Board has remanded the case for further development and consideration, including obtaining additional service personnel records, mental health treatment records, and clarification of the etiology of tinnitus. The claim for PTSD will be considered based on evidence from sources other than the Veteran's records.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded due to the need for additional development of his claims, including obtaining private treatment records and VA treatment records related to his low back disorder, PTSD, and bilateral hearing loss.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not have verified PTSD or schizophrenia, and there is no evidence to support a service connection for either condition.

The Board incorrectly applied the correct version of the regulation concerning PTSD, leading to a denial. If corrected, service connection for PTSD would have been granted.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD does not prevent him from securing or maintaining substantially gainful employment.

The Veteran's service connection claims for PTSD, depression, anxiety, and sleep difficulties are granted. The claim of hearing loss is dismissed as the Veteran withdrew it before a decision was made. Service connection for a personality disorder is denied.

The Veteran's PTSD has been rated at 50 percent effective November 25, 2010, reflecting symptoms of hyperarousal, hypervigilance, emotional detachment from others, persistent recollections, and irritability.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development, including a VA examination to determine the nature and etiology of his acquired psychiatric disorders, including PTSD. The claims folder must be reviewed in connection with the examination.

The Board has reopened the appellant's claim for service connection for PTSD and remanded it for further development, including a VA examination.

The Veteran's PTSD with depression was granted a 70% evaluation from October 28, 2005 to January 30, 2007. From January 31, 2007 to April 1, 2008, the Veteran's PTSD with depression did not meet criteria for an increased rating beyond 50%. The issue of a total disability rating based on individual unemployability is pending.

The Veteran seeks service connection for PTSD, which is a type of acquired psychiatric disorder. The Board has remanded the case to obtain additional evidence and determine if the Veteran's current psychiatric conditions are related to his military service.

The veteran's appeal has been dismissed due to his death.

The Veteran's claims for PTSD, erectile dysfunction secondary to diabetes mellitus, and loss of use of a creative organ are being remanded due to the need for additional development.

The Veteran's PTSD has been rated at 70 percent since October 7, 2008.